MRes Cultural Geography

Masters study in Cultural Geography at Royal Holloway was founded in 1995 as one of the first masters programmes in the world to offer students focused engagement with the then emerging sub-discipline of Cultural Geography. Twenty five years later and Cultural Geography is one of the most dynamic sub-disciplines in contemporary geography. Our course reflects this dynamism, exploring the relationships between our physical world, human identity and mobility.

The MRes in Cultural Geography is especially suited for students looking to progress to PhD study. Since 1995 about half of all the graduands of our Masters in Cultural Geography have progressed to funded PhD research, many becoming leading academics in the field. In this MRes we combine core concepts with intensive research methods training in the form of a long-form dissertation that is ideal preparation for further postgraduate study including PhD programs. Reflecting the collaborative and outward facing nature of our research culture, the curriculum also includes the potential for innovative placements and research engagements with some of the world's top cultural institutions and creative organisations, located on our doorstep in London.

Duration: 1 year full time or 2 years part time

2:2
Cultural Studies, Drama, English Literature, Geography, History, History of Art, Media Studies, Music, Sociology, Theatre Performance.

Normally, we require a UK 2.2 (Honours) or equivalent in Geography, Politics, International Relations, English, History, Classics, Sociology, Philosophy. Other disciplines may be considered. Candidates with professional qualifications or relevant professional experience in an associated area will also be considered.


The scores we require
IELTS 6.5 overall. Writing 7.0 No other subscore lower than 5.5.
Pearson Test of English: 61 overall. Writing 61. No other subscore lower than 54.
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE): ISE III.
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) grade C.
TOEFL ib: 88 overall, with Reading 18 Listening 17 Speaking 20 Writing 26.
Duolingo: 120 overall, 135 in Literacy, 135 in Production and no sub-score below 100.